The Ultimate Safety Gift Guide 2016

The Ultimate Safety Gift Guide 2016

It may not be a Hatchimal, gaming system, or shiny new car, but the gift of safety is the best thing you can give! When you give a safety product as a gift, it is all year long— not just stuffed on a shelf or in a closet after a few days of use.

For the Road Trip Lover or Daily Commuter:

A roadside assistance kit. For someone with do-it-yourself ideals, a roadside assistance kit offers everything they need in case of a breakdown. A typical roadside kit includes things like screws and jumper cables, and a well-equipped kit even contains emergency flares and a vest for visibility.

A car cell phone charger. While phones prevent plenty of dangers behind the wheel, they can be helpful, too! If you get lost in an unfamiliar area, pulling into a safe place and looking up directions can be a huge help. A car charger ensures that cell phones are fully charged and ready to help in an emergency.

A GPS. Most people turn to their phones for directions, but if you have a friend who is always dangerously tempted when they have their phone in the front seat, a GPS is a great alternative.

AAA membership. With an AAA membership, you get emergency roadside service, like fuel delivery or towing. You can also use a membership for get free guidebooks and maps, and a discount on passport photos. Plus, many restaurants and attractions offer AAA discounts!

For the Avid Boater:

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is doing a big push for lifejackets this year, and with good reason! In the event of a capsized boat or a fall overboard, a lifejacket is lifesaving. Lifejackets don’t have to be boring. Look for a fun color or pattern to give to the boater in your life.

UV protection shirts. When out fishing or relaxing on the water, boaters are often under direct threat for the sun’s bright rays. Lightweight, long-sleeved UV protection shirts protect their skin from sunburn, sun damage, and premature aging.

A waterproof cell phone case, because an unprotected phone near water is sure to mean disaster!

Around the House:

For someone who loves to cook, a food thermometer is a great gift. Thermometers ensure that food is the right temperature, which prevents foodborne illnesses.

Oven mitts are also a perfect gift for the chef in your life, and like lifejackets, come in a variety of fun colors.

For someone who has had one-too-many accidents with ovens or candles, how about a fire extinguisher? A fire extinguisher can be stored in an accessible pantry or cabinet, and can prevent a small fire from being something bigger. Even for friends who aren’t accident-prone, a fire extinguisher can give them the priceless gift of peace of mind.

If you’re having trouble thinking of an idea, consider a simple gift card to a home improvement store. That allows your recipient to pick out the things they need, when they need them!

For Kids:

Get a child their very own first aid kit! Give them a fun case filled with emergency essentials, like Band-Aids, a thermometer, gloves, and gauze. Just make sure it doesn’t contain anything dangerous for young children, like Aspirin or scissors — save those for the adult first aid kit!

A coloring book about safety allows kids to have fun and learn! For a child who is interested in police or firefighters, an informative book can teach them more about heroes in the community.

Happy Shopping!

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